T5 bulbs

Discussion in 'T5 Aquarium Lighting' started by ingtar_shinowa, Feb 8, 2011.

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What company should i go with?

  1. ATI

    13 vote(s)
    81.3%

  2. Giesemann

    2 vote(s)
    12.5%

  3. Other

    1 vote(s)
    6.3%
  1. ingtar_shinowa

    ingtar_shinowa Giant Squid

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    Its that time again i need bulbs. I added a poll to see what you guys think. The options are ATI, Giesemann, or other. If you choose other please tell me the company and why!
     
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I voted ATI, best prices and best PAR that I have seen and top quality bulbs
     
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  3. map95003

    map95003 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    I've tried many T5 brands over the last 3 years, I have a bucket full of spare bulbs that I've tried. I like the ATI BluePlus, I also like the KZ Fiji Purple.
     
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  4. benbabcock

    benbabcock Bubble Tip Anemone

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    ATI aqua blue, blue plus and UVL aquasun. iv'e been frequently switching my t5's and found these to be the best for color (my preference) and growth has been quite good.
     
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  5. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    I voted ATI

    I use Geissman, simply as they are available easily local wheras ATI are not

    I have it from a trusted source (The Grim Reefer) that ATI lamps contribute more PAR than the equievellent Geissman lamps


    Steve
     
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  6. jdameli1

    jdameli1 Torch Coral

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    I vote ati also, best prices
     
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  7. blackraven1425

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    ATI for daylight/purple, UVL 454s for actinics.
     
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  8. ingtar_shinowa

    ingtar_shinowa Giant Squid

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    thanks guys i agree with you ATI it is!
     
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